SR2868 over Ut to Swannanoa River
GoodBuncombe County, North Carolina · 0.1 MI.E.JCT.SR2856 · Structure no. 000000000210735
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 1995 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR2868 over Ut to Swannanoa River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR2868 over Ut to Swannanoa River in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the North Carolina average of 38.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 400 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR2868 over Ut to Swannanoa River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR2868 over Ut to Swannanoa River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does SR2868 over Ut to Swannanoa River carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (1995 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR2868 over Ut to Swannanoa River?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR2868 over Ut to Swannanoa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.